Health & security Archives

1 March 2011

Accessible housing by design – ramps

People who inhabit and visit the houses we live in come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from infants to seniors, with various ever-changing abilities and skills. As we grow up, grow old and welcome…

Home addition & remodelingFinance & legalDrummond House PlansHealth & security

24 February 2011

Home Maintenance – What’s wrong with that tree?

Structural defects occur in trees for a number of reasons, and even though a tree may be structurally compromised, it could live on for years. One example is a tree with a hollowed-out trunk. Since…

Professional ServicesHealth & securityOutdoor LivingMaintenance home & garden

16 February 2011

Product Innovation: Kerdi-Board – What you don’t see could inspire you!

I love to hear about building material innovations. With that being said, I also tend to wait until the pros have had a chance to work with and evaluate the pros and cons of new materials. In 2010, a…

DIY projectsHome addition & remodelingTechnology & home innovationBuilding materialsRoom by roomHealth & security

9 February 2011

How to make your interiors more pet friendly

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Room by roomFurniture & accessoriesInterior DesignMaintenance home & gardenHealth & security

7 February 2011

Captured: The Ruins of Detroit

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2 February 2011

Up on the roof: Those darn ice dams

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30 January 2011

Ten Myths About the New Energy-efficient CFL Light Bulbs

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27 January 2011

Earthquake awareness – tips to prepare for ‘the big one’

Not all of our readers live in earthquake zones but coastal BC is very much aware of the need to be prepared for 'the big one'. A province-wide initiative resulted in Canada's largest earthquake…

Maintenance home & gardenTips & tricksBuilding materialsHealth & security

26 January 2011

The Importance of Bathroom and Kitchen Fans

Bathroom and kitchen fans are an important part of your home's ventilation system. They remove odours from your house, which improves indoor air quality. They also remove moisture, which decreases…

Building systemsMaintenance home & gardenFinance & legalEnvironmental issuesRoom by roomHealth & security

11 January 2011

Good-bye incandescent bulbs, hello mercury

The most popular sizes of incandescent light bulbs will disappear from most store shelves in B.C. within the next few weeks and the most common replacement lights cost up to 10 times more to buy.…

LightingHealth & securityBuilding materialsDrummond House Plans

6 January 2011

Indoor Air Quality

With Canadians spending more than 90% of their time indoors, much of it at home, the "healthiness" of their home is a serious issue. Poor indoor air can have a detrimental impact on people's…

Building systemsHealth & securityEnvironmental issuesProfessional Services

4 January 2011

Radon – A Guide for Canadian Homeowners

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Health & securityBuilding systems

17 December 2010

Holiday Parody – On the 6th day of building…6 Formers Forming!

Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! 6th

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2 December 2010

Holiday Parody – On the second day of building…

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29 November 2010

Daily splash – creating a kid-friendly bathroom

Designing a kid-friendly bathroom can be a challenge. Color and pattern are great in small doses, but too much whimsy, and the room runs the risk of being quickly outgrown. We asked designer…

Kid-friendlyHealth & securityInterior DesignRoom by room

23 November 2010

Backup Power For Your Home

The following list of topics pertaining to backup power for your home is covered in the About Your House — General Series from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).

Home addition & remodelingTips & tricksLightingHealth & security

21 November 2010

Gas Fireplace Maintenance

Home maintenance is a must for preserving the value of one of your greatest assests and to assure the comfort and safety of your family. These days, many homes feature gas fireplaces for aesthetics…

DIY projectsFurniture & accessoriesHealth & securityDrummond House PlansMaintenance home & gardenHome addition & remodeling

18 November 2010

Fireplace Maintenance and Safety

Tend to your chimney with care with these pointers. Enjoying a warm, cozy fire requires a clean, safe fireplace. Here are some tips for keeping it that way: Fireplaces should not be used as…

Building systemsHealth & securityBuilding materialsMaintenance home & garden

15 November 2010